1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 33 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
